When it comes to just about any toxic and/or oil-based substance, the only true option for good protection is a respirator. You’ll know a true respirator because they’re much sturdier and are almost always made of plastics and rubbers (though there are some disposable ones that will say they can be used for toxic materials). Respirators, however, are not all created equal, and there are three things to look at closely when purchasing.

1- Not all respirators protect against everything. In fact, few respirators do, and most are made to protect a user against one, two or a few things. Again, always consult the companies' guidelines, and always use a respirator that is appropriate for what you are working with. Some different things that specific respirators are made for include spray paint, pesticides, fiberglass particles, ammonia, acids and other gases.

2- Different respirators allow only one type of “cartridge” (or none, for the few disposable kinds), while others are “stackable” or interchangeable. If you think you might need to be protected against multiple kinds of toxic materials, you’ll probably want one that’s stackable (or at the least interchangeable), while single-cartridge types are fine if you’re just going to be exposed to one thing.

The only 100% protection is a hazmat suit with integrated O2 and CO cartridges!

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